Our Provider

Meet Dr. Daphne C. Edwards, APRN, MS, CPNP-PC
Dr. Daphne C. Edwards

Dr. Daphne is a doctoral prepared, board certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in pediatrics. She received her Bachelor of Nursing, and Master’s degrees from Virginia Commonwealth University. In May 2009, Dr. Daphne completed Doctoral training at Old Dominion University preparing her to address and care for more complex pediatric patients. Childhood obesity prevention was Dr. Daphne’s graduate capstone research concentration. In addition to primary care, Dr. Daphne has trained and worked in development, neurology, feeding and urgent care. She has taught at the university level, managed a federally funded grant project, and published. Dr. Daphne is committed to being a good listener, while giving parents the respect they deserve. She believes in the importance of making parents a partner in healthcare decisions, and being considerate of parents’ time, comfort, and privacy.

Testimonials

Patient Testimonials

"Peds First Health Care was amazing! The staff answered back quickly and were extremely efficient! My son had an appointment the very next morning. Dr Daphne made my son feel comfortable and was extremely friendly! My husband is always nervous at doctors’ offices from previous experience elsewhere and he was so pleased with how Dr Daphne made him feel competent as a parent and answered his questions thoroughly! We love Dr Daphne and the staff. I will 100% book an appointment again and refer them to everyone we know! Samantha" - (Colonial Heights, VA)


"What a great experience I had today! Dr. Daphne was amazing and took her time with my baby. I will definitely be reaching out in the future." - Brittany (Chester, VA)


"We love you Dr. Daphne! Great bedside and very thorough!" - Alexis


"We love you so much! Thanks for taking care of our kiddos. Peds First Healthcare you are who we will always call first when our babies aren’t feeling good and when we need a sports exam." - Courtney (Dinwiddie, VA)


"Thank you for the amazing care." - Cassie (Chesterfield, VA)


"We’re so thankful for you Dr. Daphne! Thank you for caring for all the Littles out here!" - (Ms. Harrison, Chesterfield, VA)